Boat Projects - Priority Matrix

Post written by Marissa, - Updated

We got the idea to make this straight out of Don Casey’s This Old Boat, and it seems to work well.

‡ - indicates the task is in-progress.

Immediate
Safetynone ✅
ImmediateLess UrgentSomeday
StructureDiagnose low engine oil pressure, New standing rigging, New main halyard, New jib halyardMove propane locker drain, replace bronze thru-hulls with plastic, repair sole fiberglass delamination, repair leak above galley, stiff helmReduce # of thru-hulls beneath water line to 8 or less (currently: 12)
FeatureRepair v-berth/anchor locker barrier ‡, audit electrical system ‡Galley GFCI outlet backing, replace shower sump pump, replace lazerette latches, replace canvas, fix or relocate light switch in head locker, fix light in engine comp’tReplace flourescent fixtures, v-berth storage latch, electronics upgrade, hydraulic auto-helm, wind vane, replace water hosing with PEX, replace black water plumbing
FinishRepair teak deckPaint bilge, Clean & paint anchor lockerReplace teak decks, repaint topsides

Also check out the list of completed projects and upgrades.

The anchor locker gets wet and is rotting the barrier between it and the v-berth.
Repair Anchor Locker Barrier

The anchor locker gets wet and is rotting the barrier between it and the v-berth. (1 min read)

Completed Projects & Tasks

A list of all known upgrades and completed projects (3 min read)

The teak deck needs to be re-sealed in places to prevent water intrusion
Repair Teak

The teak deck needs to be re-sealed in places to prevent water intrusion (1 min read)

The wood’s not supposed to look like that.
Fix Leak Stbd Chainplates

The wood’s not supposed to look like that. (1 min read)

Stiff Helm

The rudder does not turn freely, making it difficult to navigate in close quarters. (2 min read)